Panasonic FV-0511VH1 Operating And Installation Instructions page 3

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED
Follow all local electrical and safety codes, as well as the National Electrical Code
(NEC) and the Occupational safety and Health Act.
Use only on 20 ampere branch circuit.
This fan heater must be properly grounded.
Ceiling joist must be able to withstand a static load more than five times the weight of
the fan heater.
Any special-purpose or dedicated parts, such as mounting fixtures, must be used if
such parts are provided.
Ducted fan must always be vented to the outdoors.
Protect the supply wiring from sharp edges, oil, grease, hot surfaces, chemicals or
other objects.
Always disconnect the power source before working on or near the fan, motor,
heater or junction box.
Extreme caution is necessary when any fan heater is used by or near children or
persons with disabilities and whenever the fan heater is left operating and unattended.
Remove the fan heater when it is no longer to be used to prevent failure.
Do not install this fan heater over a bathtub or shower enclosure.
Do not install with a method which is not approved in the instructions.
Do not install in places other than the ceiling.
Not to be installed in a ceiling thermally insulated to a value greater than R60.
Do not use outdoors.
When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other
hidden utilities.
Do not kink the supply wiring.
Do not use this fan heater with any solid-state control device. Solid state controls may
cause fan heater failure.
The fan heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use it in areas where
gasoline, paint, or flammable vapors or liquids are used or stored.
Do not disassemble the fan heater for reconstruction. It may cause fire or electric shock.
Do not disassemble the fan heater for maintenance with a method which is not in the
instructions. Any maintenance other than user maintenance should be performed by
specialized serviceman.
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